Director of AI & Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute OWN’s AI and automation roadmap
• Build AI agents and automated workflows using Google Workspace, APIs, and AI platforms
• Educate/leverage native tools (Gemini), or introduce competing tools to get the most out of our Google platform
• Integrate AI tools with Google Drive, Sheets, Gmail, CRM, project management, and operational systems such as Deltek and Monday.com
• Create automated executive dashboards and reporting systems
• Develop AI-assisted proposal and opportunity screening workflows
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement automation solutions
• Establish AI governance, security, and approval workflows
• Train leaders and teams on practical AI usage
• Evaluate emerging AI platforms and vendors
• Measure ROI and operational impact of implemented systems
• Partner with executive leadership on long-term digital strategy

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years leading AI, automation, or transformation initiatives
• 7+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership, automation, digital transformation, systems implementation, and/or operational improvement
• Experience building workflow automations or AI agents
• Implementing AI tools in real business operations
• Leading automation and process improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of Google Workspace ecosystem
• Experience with APIs, scripting, or automation tools
• Familiarity with LLM platforms such as: Google Gemini, OpenAI ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude
• Experience with Python, Apps Script, Zapier, Make, or workflow tools preferred
• Strong business process improvement mindset
• Ability to work well and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams
• Experience in engineering, professional services, or operations environments a plus
• Flexible work arrangement with both remote and onsite time